SPOTLIGHT: Inside the 2026 NFL Free Agent MARKET—Which Linebackers, Corners & Safeties STAND OUT?

The 2026 NFL free agent market heats up as linebacker legends like Damario Davis, Lavonte David, and Bobby Wagner face pivotal decisions—can these veterans still anchor an elite defense, or will rising stars like Alex Anzalone and Leo Chenal seize the spotlight? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the top linebacker, cornerback, and safety options, spotlighting injury concerns, positional versatility, and high-upside bargains that could reshape team strategies. Who deserves a premium contract, and which familiar names might be due for a surprising comeback?From Cordale Flott’s emerging value to Seattle Seahawks’ looming decisions on Tariq Woolen and ancillary defenders, no roster stone goes unturned. The conversation also tackles the controversial proposal to allow teams to trade future draft picks up to five years out—could this unleash unprecedented risk in NFL front offices? Get insider analysis on the potential market-shifting moves and the underrated defensive playmakers poised for breakout seasons.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TurboTaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.FanDuelThe Winter Games are on. And there’s no better way to follow them than with a bet on FanDuel. FanDuel - Play your game.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/lockedonnfl.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.